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Houston, TX 77055 Real Estate Market Report

ZIP Code: 77055
Report Date: March 2026
Market Temperature: NEUTRAL
Scope: Single-Family Residential (SFR) listings and comps only


Executive Overview

The Houston, TX (ZIP: 77055) market is currently characterized by a median sold price of $714,000, reflecting a robust demand despite recent fluctuations in interest rates. The neighborhood has increased 15% since 2023, indicating strong appreciation trends that may attract both buyers and investors. However, the market is experiencing elevated inventory levels, suggesting a shift towards a more balanced environment, albeit still leaning towards a buyer's market due to slower transaction volume.

In terms of market dynamics, the median days on market stands at 267 days, indicating a slower sales velocity and potential pricing friction. The median listing price of $540,000 presents a notable gap compared to the sold price, which may reflect seller expectations that are not fully aligned with current market realities. Overall, while the market shows signs of strength, the elevated inventory and extended days on market may require strategic pricing and marketing adjustments for sellers.


Market Overview

This analysis is based on a sample of properties from this ZIP code (up to 200 sold properties and up to 100 active properties). The median prices below are calculated from all available properties in the sample, while trend analysis uses properties from the selected analysis window.

Analysis Window
90 Days
Total Properties Analyzed
159
Active Listings
100
Sold Properties
59

Market Metrics

Median Listing Price
$540,000
Median Sold Price
$714,000
Median Price per Sqft
$254/sqft

Note: The property counts shown above represent only the properties analyzed in this report sample, not the total inventory for this ZIP code. Median prices are calculated from all available properties in the sample, while trend analysis uses properties from the selected analysis window.


Rental Market

Median Market Rent
$1,722
Rent Range
$1,307 - $2,226

Note: The relationship between property values and rental rates reflects different market dynamics. Higher-priced properties may have lower rental yields due to factors such as luxury market positioning, owner-occupancy preferences, or long-term appreciation strategies rather than immediate rental income maximization.


Property Taxes

Property Tax Rate
1.62%

Liquidity & Velocity

Median Days on Market
267
Sale-to-List Ratio
100.0%

Note: A Sale-to-List Ratio near 100% can occur when properties sell at or near their final listing price after price adjustments during the listing period, even when initial listing prices differ significantly from sale prices.


Market Trends & Context

Understanding Market Temperature

A Neutral market indicates balanced conditions where neither buyers nor sellers have a strong advantage, typically characterized by flat price trends, extended but stable days on market, and moderate inventory relative to sales.

Price YoY Trend
up
Market Temperature
neutral
Rent YoY Trend
down
Interest Rate Pressure
elevated

Current Mortgage Rate Context

Market-level mortgage rate comparison for this area:

Current 30-year fixed mortgage rates in Houston, TX, around 6.54% are notably higher than the average 6.29% seen for similar loans earlier in 2026.

Note: Interest rate comparisons provide market context. The existing "Interest Rate Pressure" metric above shows the qualitative market impact.


Key Findings

  1. The median sold price of $714,000 indicates strong market value despite elevated inventory levels.

  2. With a median days on market of 267 days, the market is experiencing slower sales velocity, suggesting potential pricing adjustments may be needed.

  3. The median listing price of $540,000 reflects a significant gap compared to sold prices, indicating possible seller expectation misalignment.

  4. The neighborhood has increased 15% since 2023, showcasing strong appreciation trends that may attract buyers and investors alike.

  5. Current interest rate pressure is elevated, which could impact buyer affordability and overall market activity.


Notable Properties

The following 8 properties represent notable market examples and recent transactions that illustrate key market dynamics. These are illustrative examples selected for their significance (top sales, market benchmarks, quick sales) and are not the basis for the statistical calculations shown above.

Recent Transactions

8837 Larston St, Houston, TX 77055
Top Sale

Highest sale in the past 90 days. Fully renovated with modern finishes and premium lot positioning.

5 beds
5 baths
5,462 sqft
$2,750,000
Jan 1, 2026
$503/sqft/sqft
84 days on market
2 Burkhart Forest Ct, Houston, TX 77055
Premium

Sold above market average

5 beds
4 baths
6,042 sqft
$2,479,000
Mar 1, 2026
$410/sqft/sqft
75 days on market
1413 Monarch Oaks St, Houston, TX 77055
Premium

Sold above market average

4 beds
5 baths
5,518 sqft
$2,049,000
Jan 1, 2026
$371/sqft/sqft
8201 Cabernet Ln, Houston, TX 77055
Market Benchmark

Representative market sale establishing baseline for properties in the core neighborhood.

4 beds
2 baths
3,065 sqft
$685,000
Jan 1, 2026
$223/sqft/sqft
119 days on market
7210 Shavelson St, Houston, TX 77055
Market Benchmark

Representative market sale establishing baseline for properties in the core neighborhood.

3 beds
2 baths
2,208 sqft
$649,900
Jan 1, 2026
$294/sqft/sqft
377 days on market
1302 Antoine Dr Unit C, Houston, TX 77055
Market Benchmark

Representative market sale establishing baseline for properties in the core neighborhood.

3 beds
3 baths
2,680 sqft
$625,000
Jan 1, 2026
$233/sqft/sqft
240 days on market
7702 Betty Jane Ln, Houston, TX 77055
Quick Flip

Sold below market average

3 beds
2 baths
1,789 sqft
$3,200
Mar 1, 2026
$2/sqft/sqft
1842 days on market
6906 Raton St, Houston, TX 77055
Quick Flip

Sold below market average

2 beds
1 baths
835 sqft
$1,750
Jan 1, 2026
$2/sqft/sqft
162 days on market

Data Sources

Real estate market data & public records, and GemHaus® proprietary models.

Report generated: 3/31/2026

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